It was half-past twelve when I returned to the Albany as a last desperate resort. The scene of my disaster was much as I had left it. The baccarat-counters still strewed the table, with the empty glasses...

Raffles had vanished from the face of the town, and even I had no conception of his whereabouts until he cabled to me to meet the 7.31 at Charing Cross next night. That was on the Tuesday before the 'Varsity...

If I must tell more tales of Raffles, I can but go back to our earliest days together, and fill in the blanks left by discretion in existing annals. In so doing I may indeed fill some small part of an...

The two new boys in Heriot’s house had been suitably entertained at his table, and afterwards in his study with bound volumes of Punch. Incidentally they had been encouraged to talk, with the result that...

Arabella was the first at the farm to become aware of Mr. Teesdale's return from Melbourne. She was reading in the parlour, with her plump elbows planted upon the faded green table-cloth, and an untidy...

E. W. Hornung's novel, 'The Rogue's March', is a compelling tale of adventure and deceit set against the backdrop of Victorian England. The book follows the protagonist, a charming yet morally ambiguous...

E. W. Hornung's 'The Amateur Cracksman' is a classic collection of short stories featuring the gentleman thief, A. J. Raffles. Set in late 19th-century London, the book combines elements of mystery and...

E. W. Hornung's 'Denis Dent' is a captivating novel that uniquely combines elements of mystery, adventure, and psychological depth. Set in late 19th century England, the novel follows the story of Denis...

You mean when Ready asked him if we were out of our course? I must say I thought it was a silly question to put. It was the same the other evening about the cargo. If the skipper says we're in ballast...

You mean when Ready asked him if we were out of our course? I must say I thought it was a silly question to put. It was the same the other evening about the cargo. If the skipper says we're in ballast...

Tony "Pocket" Upton is almost seventeen-years-old, a student at a resident school in England, and has suffered from asthma as long as he can remember. Pocket makes regular overnight trips into London...

This fast-paced page-turner from E. W. Hornung has something for every reader: a juicy murder mystery, a tender romance, charming local color, a critique of Victorian social mores, around-the-world adventures,...

Wounded warrior Duncan receives a mysterious letter from an old friend requesting his counsel. During a follow-up visit, he presses Elizabeth for details, and she admits that an older woman whose intent...

Arthur Raffles is a prominent member of London society, and a national sporting hero. As a cricketer he regularly represents England in Test matches. He uses this as a chance to commit a number of burglaries,...

E. W. Hornung's 'A Bride from the Bush' is a captivating novel that delves into the complexities of love, marriage, and class distinctions in late 19th century Australia. Written in a prose style that...

In E. W. Hornung's 'A Thief in the Night: A Book of Raffles' Adventures', readers are transported into the world of the gentleman thief A. J. Raffles, who leads a double life as a celebrated cricketer...

In 'Charles Reade' by E. W. Hornung, readers are presented with a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the life and works of the iconic Victorian novelist. Hornung's meticulous attention to detail...

E. W. Hornung's 'Dead Men Tell No Tales' is a gripping novel that blends elements of mystery and psychological suspense. Set in the late 19th century, the story follows the protagonist as he navigates...

E. W. Hornung's 'Fathers Of Men' is a compelling novel that delves into the complexities of masculinity, duty, and honor against the backdrop of early 20th-century England. The book follows the protagonist,...

E. W. Hornung's 'Irralie's Bushranger' is a gripping tale set in the Australian outback during the Gold Rush era. The novel follows the story of a young woman named Irralie who finds herself entangled...

THE UNBIDDEN GUEST. CHAPTER I.—THE GIRL FROM HOME. CHAPTER II.—A BAD BEGINNING. CHAPTER III.—AU REVOIR. CHAPTER IV.—A MATTER OF TWENTY POUNDS. CHAPTER V.—A WATCH AND A PIPE. CHAPTER VI.—THE WAYS...

In E.W. Hornung's 'No Hero', readers are transported to the late 19th century where they follow the adventures of a charming yet morally ambiguous protagonist. The novel is written in a gripping and suspenseful...

Gentleman thief Raffles is daring, debonair, devilishly handsome-and a first-rate cricketer. In these eight stories, the master burglar indulges his passion for cricket and crime: stealing jewels from...

In 'Mr. Justice Raffles' by E. W. Hornung, readers are taken on a thrilling journey through the world of crime and justice as seen through the eyes of the infamous gentleman thief, A.J. Raffles. The book...

In 'Raffles: Further Adventures of the Amateur Cracksman' by E. W. Hornung, readers are once again taken into the thrilling world of A.J. Raffles, a gentleman thief with a penchant for daring heists and...

In 'Some Persons Unknown' by E. W. Hornung, the reader is taken on a thrilling journey through a series of interconnected short stories that delve into the darker side of human nature. Hornung's literary...

E. W. Hornung's 'The Belle of Toorak' is a captivating novel that delves into the social dynamics and complexities of Melbourne's high society. Set in the late 19th century, the book follows the story...

In E. W. Hornung's novel 'Stingaree,' readers are transported to the Australian Outback in the late 19th century, where they follow the thrilling adventures of the charismatic outlaw known as Stingaree....

E. W. Hornung's novel 'The Boss of Taroomba' presents readers with a gripping tale of adventure and intrigue set in the Australian outback. Written in Hornung's signature style of combining suspense and...

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